If your ideal getaway includes expending some energy and having an adrenaline rush whilst exploring the great outdoors, our activity and adventure holiday specialists can guide you to a fantastic range of tailor-made breaks, all around the world.

Sun, sea and sand... sometimes you simply want to slow down and relax on a luxurious beach. We can arrange beach getaways around the world, such as Caribbean scene stealers and Indian Ocean atolls and the pristine sands of eastern and southern Africa.

Escorted tours are a great way to maximise your time and take advantage of local knowledge and support, whether you’re after the camaraderie of sharing amazing sights and stories with new friends, or looking for a more personalised experience.

Culinary tours offer a way to get close to a region’s culture, showcasing the best of local farming and tradition. With Wexas, enjoy everything from little-known local discoveries to fine wine tastings at the world’s best vineyards.

Step back in time and watch the world go by on a luxurious great railway journey. Inspired by the great train rides of the age of steam, and an opportunity for greener travel, holidaymakers around the world are choosing life at a more leisurely, stylish and intimate pace.

From the Pyramids to the Parthenon. local history and culture add a rich flavour to any travel experience. Whether you want to explore the great opera house of Sydney or the Palaeolithic paintings of France our specialists can help you find your ideal holiday.

Let us plan a luxury honeymoon that will take your breath away. Our honeymoon holiday specialists can build you a customised itinerary to any of the world's most romantic destinations, and will be on-hand the entire time you're away to ensure your trip-of-a-lifetime goes off without a hitch.

Earth’s natural wonders make for breath-taking destinations. No-one who has been close can ever forget the sights and sounds of the great waterfalls of Iguazu on the border of Brazil and Argentina, or the Victoria Falls between Zambia and Zimbabwe.

A luxury safari holiday in the wilderness game reserves of East and Southern Africa is an unbeatable experience. Whether a wildlife-only trip or combined with a beach or city extension, the thrill of getting close to majestic big cats, elephants and other animals on a luxury safari forges a lifetim…

Luxury spa breaks are the ultimate in indulgence, whether you choose an island resort in the Indian Ocean, Thailand or Malaysia, a boutique hotel on South Africa’s Garden Route or a long weekend relaxing closer to home.

A winter holiday doesn’t have to be about skiing; exciting winter activities in destinations such as Iceland and Scandinavia to enjoy a snowy adventure; where else can you stay at a hotel built from blocks of freshly cut ice or soak in a hot tub beneath the Aurora Borealis

Whether you’re looking to sample one of Europe’s cultural hotspots with a quick city break, fancy a shopping trip to New York, a wildlife and wilderness escape or a long weekend of sun and sea, our short break specialists are here to help you create your perfect mini-adventure.

Over the last few decades we've arranged thousands of trips. The Wexas TOP 50 Worldwide Journeys are the result of our consultants' collective knowledge. Let us guide you around our favourite places or take the Wexas travel challenge to prove how well-travelled you really are.

We've rounded up 50 of the most loved, talked about and longed for journeys across Europe, North Africa and The Middle East. All of the journeys here come highly recommended by our clients and destination specialists and all can be tailored to suit your own requirements.

There’s something truly luxurious about departing on a holiday that is designed just for you. We aim to create your ideal holiday, and to organise it flawlessly. In order to do so, we tailor-make cruises to the precise way you'd like to enjoy it.

If you develop a taste for cruising, it’s sometimes difficult to imagine any other kind of holiday. Life on board a cruise ship is like staying in a floating five-star hotel, where the scenery changes with every sailing hour.

An adventure cruise combines the luxuries of life on board a superbly appointed expedition-class vessel with exciting excursions by inflatable Zodiac dinghy and onshore explorations of local wildlife and landscape.

Luxury river cruises range from a sedate sojourn on the Danube or the Canal du Midi to a full-blown adventure on the Amazon, a fascinating trip through Indochina on the Mekong, or a lazy cruise along the tranquil backwaters of Kerala.

Wexas offers tailor-made journeys to the world’s finest destinations with a carefully curated collection of hotels, airlines, airport lounges, restaurants and more. But luxury is more than 5-star venues; here are some of the ways that we provide a high-end experience on every step of your journey.

The beauty of tailor-made travel is that every trip is designed around your individual needs. Our destination specialists will work with you to create a luxury holiday that matches your tastes and interests, as well as your available time and finances.

All of our destination specialists are passionate about travel. It's their knowledge of the regions they specialise in and their ability to draw from personal experience that allows them to put together seamless tailor-made itineraries time after time.

Traveller magazine is the UK's longest-running travel magazine; since 1970 it has reported on the real experience of travelling the world, publishing articles by today's leading explorers, adventurers, photographers and travel writers, as well as tips and opinions from our destination specialists.

Wexas Travel insurance offers genuinely extensive cover for peace of mind while you are travelling. Using our 44 years of experience, we have designed a policy that offers extensive cover, along with a range of optional add-ons that includes winter sports, cruises and business trips.

Tailor-made holidays to Australia

Introduction

Whether you're after tropical paradise, luxury escapism or an epic overland adventure on your Australian holiday, the people are friendly and the wine world class. Reefs and rainforests, wetlands and wineries, crocodiles and kangaroos – a trip to Australia has it all.

Where to go in Australia

Brisbane, Sydney, the Great Barrier Reef, Uluru… the iconic destinations of Australia are beloved for a reason. Or choose to discover the wild Outback, the surfers’ paradise of the west coast or the rugged Tasmanian landscape and see Australia in a different, but no less memorable, light.

Sydney is blessed with the world's most iconic harbour, countless inviting beaches, fabulous food and festivals, and is celebrated for its tempting outdoor lifestyle. The famous Bondi surf beach and harbourfront parklands are enjoyed by millions of visitors, while the historic Rocks is a window…

The Cairns and Great Barrier Reef region is Australia's tropical paradise. Few places on earth rival North Queensland for unique natural attractions; chief among them the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef with its dazzling coral and colourful sea life and the ancient tropical rainforests, su…

South Australia is not merely a food and wine lover’s dream. Sure, the elegant restaurants, fashionable wine bars and Mediterranean-style atmosphere of pleasant capital Adelaide are a major draw. And the wine valleys are simply not to be missed.

From kangaroos and koalas to the Great Barrier Reef and eucalyptus forests, travelling to Australia offers the chance to immerse yourself in the great outdoors like nowhere else on Earth. Uluru, the Kimberley, Daintree rainforest… it’s all here.

Australia is a foodie's dream destination. The country's abundance of fresh produce and array of cultural influences means there is no shortage of ‘fusion’ food, and all well worth trying. Or fall back on the country's classic: a quintessential barbie.

Explore the different sides of Australia, from the ancient indigenous cultures of the bush to the colonial cities in New South Wales and Tasmania. From rock art to political landmarks, a cultural immersion in Australia offers the best way to get to know its people and history.

Between sweeping ocean drives, city-to-city pursuits and journeys inland to the famed wineries of Margaret River and Hunter Valley, there's perhaps no way better suited to exploring Australia than by car.

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Winter (June to August) is mostly mild, but snowy in the southern mountains and dry and sunny in the northern states. Low season elsewhere, winter is the best time to visit the Northern Territory, Queensland and the northern part of Western Australia. At Uluru, don’t just plan around cooler days, as nights on the sand can dive toward …

Top itineraries in Australia

Discover a treasure trove of ancient rainforests, golden beaches and wildlife-rich wilderness as you drive the delights of Queensland. Add in the iconic Great Barrier Reef – one of the world's most spectacular natural wonders – and you won't be short of memories.

Say g'day to three Australian big-hitters: sophisticated Sydney, sacred Uluru and the underwater wonders of the Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy a sunset cruise over the Coral Sea, a twilight sailing trip, an Aboriginal barbecue and more on this wonderful first-timer's trip to Australia.

They say Western Australia and the Northern Territory are the 'real Australia' and it's easy to see why. Ancient lands brimming with Aboriginal folklore, yawning gorges, lush rainforests, and sweeping beaches and billabongs all bear witness to the beauty of Australia's natural landscapes.

Top places to stay in Australia

Perfectly positioned to offer guests private views of the picture perfect sunrise and sunset over Uluru (Ayers Rock), Longitude 131º offers an exclusive and luxurious opportunity to experience this iconic and uniquely Australian destination.

Southern Ocean Lodge is Australia’s premier luxury lodge experience and is perfect for couples and wildlife lovers. An environmentally sensitive and sophisticated sanctuary, the lodge has an unmatched location with homely hospitality and an exceptional spa.

Discover a treasure trove of ancient rainforests, golden beaches and wildlife-rich wilderness as you drive the delights of Queensland. Add in the iconic Great Barrier Reef – one of the world's most spectacular natural wonders – and you won't be short of memories.

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Vast deserts and beaches, ancient rainforests and bewitching coral reefs vie for your attention as you journey the breadth of Australia, from Perth in the west to Alice Springs and Uluru in the Red Centre, before ending up at Sydney and the Great Barrier Reef on this superb escorted tour.

Unique experiences, authentic dining and expert guides are just some of the benefits as you explore the best of Australia's iconic East Coast and the untamed landscapes of the Red Centre with escorted tour specialists, Travelmarvel by APT.

Australia articles

It has to be said: Sydney has a standout attraction. While no Sydney holiday would be complete without a clifftop walk from Bondi to Coogee beach or a sail under or climb of the Harbour Bridge, it’s a visit to the fabled Sydney Opera House that first-timers most look forward to.

Originally famous for chilled out surfing towns and unspoilt beaches, there is so much more to explore in the south west pocket of Western Australia. Gourmet producers, award winning wines, towering forest, and stunning national parks to name a few.

The Margaret River region of Western Australia is well known for its great wine, but now there is a gourmet food culture to match. New truffle hunts and fine dining experiences take visitors off the beaten track into the heart of Australia's South West.

What our clients say about our Australia holidays

Andy Austen at Wexas has now planned many trips for me – he is informative, quick respond and trustworthy. We had an amazing honeymoon and all things went smoothly and as planned – as have the other trips! Amazing attention to detail.

I recommend Wexas to everyone and will shortly be planning my next trip with them!

Sana S

I felt that I could contact Emma whenever necessary and I always got a speedy response. She was extremely helpful at all times and answered all our queries in a professional manner. I will not hesitate to contact her for our future travel requirements. Thank you very much, Emma, for a great holiday.

Godfrey John G

My Travel Specialist was very helpful, very polite, very attentive, and very patient. Most importantly, I was never made feel forced to book my holiday with him/Wexas. After numerous correspondences in which he answered my questions in detail, it transpired that Wexas was the best choice.

Bo B

The contact Andy Austen was most helpful and knowledgeable for our mixed Wexas and personal bookings and made sure all the bits dovetailed in together to make a seamless whole!d personal bookings and made sure all the bits dovetailed in together to make a seamless whole!

J J

Thanks for a great holiday, had never visited Australia and felt made most of my time. The quality of the B and Bs etc was first class. The service from airline and the organisation of cars guides went without a hitch. Certainly would use Wexas again.

Michael M

The holiday exceeded our expectations magnificently. Condor travel and their guides were fantastic and totally made the holiday as brilliant as it was. We will come back to Wexas as your tailor made holidays have always been absolutely superb.

Michael M

I have been using Wexas Travel for many years which says in itself that I am happy with the service that I have received. The trip that I have just returned from was very satisfactory.

Janet J

We received well informed and up to date information, which gave us great confidence in the travel advice we were given.

Carolyn C

All that your agent recommended worked out be as he had seen and experienced himself.

A A

Very helpful service and efficient service, as usual.. No problems.

Anthony H F A

Meet our Australia experts

Why book with Wexas Travel?

At Wexas, we specialise in bespoke travel experiences. Our itineraries are just samples of what we can
arrange, and can be changed depending on your precise needs, finances and ideas by our experienced
destination specialists.

Contact one of our consultants on
020 7590 0634
to discuss how we can tailor your holiday.